Patent Prosecution Agent

BCG Attorney Search; Palo Alto (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search in Palo Alto, CA seeks a Patent Prosecution Agent with at least three years of experience to join its Intellectual Property Practice Group. The role supports Fortune 200 clients and more in protecting cutting-edge technologies.

You will prepare, file, and prosecute U.S. and foreign patent applications, conduct inventor interviews, and collaborate with clients to identify and protect innovations across LTE/5G/6G, AI, and hardware domains.

Qualifications

• At least three years of patent prosecution experience.
• Strong technical expertise in LTE/5G/6G Wireless Networks, computer hardware, AI, and deep learning.
• Ability to analyze complex technologies and collaborate with inventors and in-house counsel.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple matters in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, file, and prosecute U.S. and foreign patent applications.
• Conduct inventor interviews and collaborate with clients to identify and protect innovative technologies.
• Prepare office action responses, conduct Examiner Interviews, and prepare other prosecution-related documents.
• Support the development and management of domestic and international patent portfolios.
• Stay current on emerging technologies and developments in patent law relevant to client industries.

Skills

LTE/5G/6G Wireless

Computer hardware

AI and deep learning

Excellent written and verbal comms

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's/Master's/PhD in EE/CS/CE

Material science/Physics or related engineering

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a highly qualified Patent Prosecution Agent with at least three years of experience to join its Intellectual Property Practice Group in Palo Alto, CA. The successful candidate will support Fortune 200 clients and more.

Duties

Prepare, file, and prosecute U.S. and foreign patent applications.Conduct inventor interviews and collaborate with clients to identify and protect innovative technologies.Prepare office action responses, conduct Examiner Interviews, and prepare other prosecution-related documents.Support the development and management of domestic and international patent portfolios.Stay current on emerging technologies and developments in patent law relevant to client industries.

Requirements

At least three years of patent prosecution experience.Strong technical expertise in LTE/5G/6G Wireless Networks, computer hardware, AI, and deep learning.Ability to analyze complex technologies and work directly with inventors and in-house counsel.Excellent written and verbal communication skills.Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple matters in a fast-paced environment.

Education

Bachelor's, Master's, or Ph.D. degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or Computer Engineering required.Additional academic credentials in material science, physics, or other engineering disciplines preferred.

Certifications

Registered to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

Skills

Technical expertise in relevant fields.Strong analytical and strategic thinking abilities.Effective communication and collaboration skills.

Benefits

Opportunities for professional growth within a leading intellectual property practice.